Bhimnagar - Baglan, Nashik
Bhimnagar is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Golwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhimnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhimnagar is 549988. The village covers a total geographical area of 1609 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bhimnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhimnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhimnagar village had a total population of 822 people, including 411 males and 411 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.64%, with male literacy at 55.41% and female literacy at 41.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 819.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 411 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 819 | 410 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 174 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 237 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Bhimnagar
Bhimnagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhimnagar
Bhimnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Bhimnagar is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Bhimnagar is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhimnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhimnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhimnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhimnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhimnagar
Where is Bhimnagar located?
Bhimnagar village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhimnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhimnagar is Golwad.
What is the pincode of Bhimnagar?
The pincode of Bhimnagar is 423302.
What is the population of Bhimnagar?
Bhimnagar had a total population of 822, including 411 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Bhimnagar?
Bhimnagar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhimnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhimnagar was 48.64%. Male literacy was 55.41% and female literacy was 41.80%.